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Onoway, AB

Alberta

Onoway is a small town in Alberta with a population of 966. Residents earn $84,000 per year, which is 12% above the national average.

3.2 /5.0
B Good
966 Population 757/sq mi density
$84,000 Median Income $46,100 per capita
$280,000 Home Value
$1,200 Median Rent 18.1% income on rent
37°F Avg Temperature 301 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.2 / 5.0
$84,000 median income, 11.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.8 / 5.0
$280,000 home value, $1,200/mo rent
D
Education
1.6 / 5.0
7.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $84,000
12% higher than US avg
Home Value $280,000
1% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 7.1%
79% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,200
3% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 26.2%
18% lower than US avg
Unemployment 11.3%
214% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 10.4%
16% lower than US avg

How Onoway Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population966
Median Age41.6 yrs
Density757/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 97%

Economy

B
Median Income$84,000
Per Capita$46,100
Unemployment11.3%
Poverty10.4%
Commute38 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$280,000
Rent$1,200
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units360
Rent Burden18.1%

Health

Obesity26.2%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking8.9%
Depression4.1%
Heart Disease9.5%

Climate

Avg Temp37°F (3°C)
AQI27 (Good)
Rain19.5 in/yr
Sunny Days301/yr
Elevation2,329 ft (710 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+7.1%
High School+37.7%
Graduate+1.3%

Community

Commute38 min
Broadband94.0%

Is Onoway a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Onoway receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, abundant sunshine, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, long commute times. Onoway offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Onoway is $84,000, 12% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. At 11.3%, unemployment is notably high. 10.4% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 38 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Onoway is $280,000, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,200 per month. A price-to-income ratio of 3.3x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

7.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 37.7% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Onoway has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 37°F. Winters average 8°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July. With 301 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 19.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

Onoway has a population of 966 with a density of 757 people per square mile, spread across 1.3 square miles. The median age is 41.6 years, 7% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 48.7% female and 51.3% male. The city is predominantly White (97.2%), with 1.1% Asian. English is the primary language spoken at home by 93.8% of residents. 18.5% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 89.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

966
Total Population
757
People / sq mi
41.6yrs
Median Age
7% above US avg
1.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.3%
Female 48.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Onoway vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only93.8%
19% above US avg
Spanish1.0%
92% below US avg
Other Languages5.2%

Social Characteristics

Onoway vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Onoway is $84,000, which is 12% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $46,100 (above the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 11.3% (above the 3.6% US average). 10.4% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 84.1, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living. Workers commute an average of 38 minutes (longer than the 28-minute US average). 7.7% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Onoway vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$84,000
12% above US avg
Per Capita Income$46,100

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment11.3%
214% above US avg
Poverty Rate10.4%
16% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living84.10 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time37.9 min
Drive Alone90.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home7.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Onoway is $280,000, 1% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $1,200 (3% above the national average of $1,163). There are 360 total housing units in the city. 18.1% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.3x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$280,000
1% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,200
3% above US avg
Rent Burden18.1%

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied80.6%
Renter-Occupied19.4%
Housing Units360

Property Tax

In Onoway, 26.2% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 5.5% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). Heart disease affects 9.5% of residents, above the national average. 22.1% have high blood pressure. 8.9% are current smokers (below the 14.0% national rate). 10.0% report binge drinking. 76.3% are physically inactive, above the national average. 4.1% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

Health Metrics: Onoway vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity26.2%
18% below US avg
Diabetes5.5%
Heart Disease9.5%
High Blood Pressure22.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking8.9%
36% below US avg
Binge Drinking10.0%
Physical Inactivity76.3%
Depression4.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate89.0%

Food & Exercise

Onoway has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 37°F (3°C). Winters average 8°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July. The area gets 301 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 — making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 19.5 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 4.1 inches of snow annually. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27 — among the cleanest air in the country. 90% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 2,329 feet.

Temperature

8°F Jan (-14°C) 60°F Jul (16°C)
Annual Average36.5°F
32% below US avg
January Average8°F (-14°C)
July Average60°F (16°C)
Sunny Days301 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall19.5 inches
49% below US avg
Snowfall4.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median27.0
RatingGood
Good Days %89.5%

Geography

Elevation2,329 ft (710 m)
Area1.3 sq mi (3.3 km²)
Population Density757/sq mi
Coordinates53.7039°N, 114.1910°W
TimezoneAmerica/Edmonton

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 8°F (-14°C) 1.0 in Coldest
February 15°F (-10°C) 0.7 in Driest
March 24°F (-5°C) 0.7 in
April 38°F (4°C) 1.0 in
May 50°F (10°C) 2.0 in
June 57°F (14°C) 3.4 in
July 60°F (16°C) 3.7 in Warmest, Wettest
August 60°F (15°C) 2.7 in
September 50°F (10°C) 1.7 in
October 41°F (5°C) 0.9 in
November 24°F (-5°C) 0.8 in
December 13°F (-11°C) 0.9 in

Onoway has a seasonal temperature swing of 53°F — from 8°F in January to 60°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 19.5 inches, with July being the wettest month (3.7") and February the driest (0.7").

7.1% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 79% below the national average of 33.7%. 37.7% have completed high school. 1.3% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 94.0% of households have broadband internet access. 90.8% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+7.1%
79% below US avg
High School+37.7%
Graduate Degree+1.3%
D Education Grade (1.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density757/sq mi
Total Area1.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access94.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute37.9 min
Drive Alone90.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home7.7%

Frequently Asked Questions About Onoway

What is the population of Onoway?

Onoway has a population of 966 residents and is located in Alberta. The population density is 757 people per square mile, spread across 1.3 square miles. The median age of residents is 41.6 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 48.7% female and 51.3% male.

Is Onoway expensive to live in?

Onoway is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 84.1 — below the baseline of 100. The median household income is $84,000, 12% above the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $280,000 (1% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,200 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.3x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

What is the weather like in Onoway?

Onoway has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 37°F (3°C). Winter temperatures average 8°F in January, while summers reach an average of 60°F in July. The area receives 301 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 19.5 inches, with 4.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 27.

How is the job market in Onoway?

The job market in Onoway faces challenges, with unemployment at 11.3% — significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. The average commute time is 38 minutes, and 7.7% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Onoway?

The median home value in Onoway is $280,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,200.

How are the schools in Onoway?

7.1% of adults in Onoway hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 37.7% have completed high school. 1.3% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Onoway?

The obesity rate in Onoway is 26.2% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 8.9% of adults are smokers. 76.3% are physically inactive. 4.1% of residents report depression.

What is transportation like in Onoway?

The average commute in Onoway is 38 minutes, longer than the national average of 28 minutes. 90.8% of workers drive alone to work, and 7.7% work from home.

What are the demographics of Onoway?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Onoway is 97.2% White, 1.1% Asian. 93.8% of residents speak only English at home. 18.5% of residents have a disability. 89.0% have health insurance coverage.

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